Robert Prescott Pace
August 28, 1927 – March 8, 2010
            It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Robert Prescott Pace on Monday, March 8, 2010. He died peacefully at his home.
            He is survived by his loving wife, Donna Rollins Pace; his daughter, Patricia Pace Doyle of Cary; and an aunt and several cousins in Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob Woodard Pace and Addie Bowen Pace.  
            Bob was born and raised in Norfolk, Va. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the AG section of Headquarters, 13^th Air Force, Philippines. He received a BS degree in business and economics from the College of William and Mary and a degree in marketing from Richmond Professional Institute. His career included many years in marketing and real estate in the oil industry throughout Virginia and North Carolina. The balance of his career was primarily in real estate development. He held positions at Davidson & Jones Inc., North Hills Inc, and Ammons Inc. in Raleigh. In semi-retirement, Bob and Donna operated NorthWind Properties Inc. in Wake Forest. 
            Giving back to his community was part of Bob’s being. Included in these many activities was Wake County Economic Development Commission; founding President of Wake Forest Business & Industry Partnership; former Director of the Chambers of Commerce in Raleigh, Cary and Wake Forest. He served as President of both North Raleigh Rotary Club and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of NC and SC. In support of his passion for his chosen career in real estate, Bob held international office in the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) and was a past president of BOMA Carolinas-Virginia and BOMA Southern Region. He was the Chairman of the Advisory Board of North State Bank of Wakefield as well as a former Board member of BB&T in Cary. 
            Bob was young at heart. His positive attitude and zest for life were contagious. As a master storyteller, he brought smiles to all he met – and he never met a stranger. One of his greatest joys was spending time by the ocean. He will live forever in our hearts. 
            Bob was a dedicated charter member of Wake Forest Presbyterian Church where he served as a founding Elder. He had numerous leadership roles on various committees including Moderator of Church Development and Evangelism of New Hope Presbytery.  
            Visitation will be at Bright Funeral Home in Wake Forest on Wednesday evening, March 10, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Services honoring Bob’s life will be held at Wake Forest Presbyterian Church ( www.wakeforestpres.org ) on Thursday, March 11, at 2 p.m. There will be a reception at the Church following graveside services at Pine Forest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wake Forest Presbyterian Church Building Fund or the Rotary Foundation. (www.rotary.org). 
            Arrangements by Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center 405 South Main St. Wake Forest, NC 27587.

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Deborah Hinnant Allred
Deborah Hinnant Allred, 53, of Youngsville, died Sunday, March 7, 2010. She was born in Franklin County, the daughter of the late Woodrow and Ruth Hinnant. She was a loving wife and mother, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
A visitation will be held at Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center Saturday afternoon, March 13, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Deborah is survived by her husband, Kenneth Wayne Allred of Youngsville; children, Brandi Leigh Williams Stott and her husband, Chase, of Youngsville and Michael Kenneth Williams and his wife, Stephanie, of Richlands; her brother, Allen Hinnant and his wife, Wilma, of Rocky Mount; and a sister, Gloria Smith and her husband, Ed, of Durham.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Betty Grace Hight Denton
      Betty Grace Hight Denton, 61, of Louisburg, passed away Saturday morning, March 6, 2010, at Rex Hospital from complications due to cancer.
      She was born the daughter of the late Grace Rachel Privette Davis. Betty worked as a Hair Designer for Dale’s Hair Designs in Wake Forest for 31 years.
      A graveside funeral service was held at 11 o’clock Monday morning, March 8, 2010, at the New Hope Christian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Steve Barham officiating.
      Betty is survived by her husband of 36 years, Dwight Denton; step-father, Charlie Davis of Wake Forest; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
      Memorial contributions may be made to New Hope Christian Church, 2779 NC Hwy 98 West, Louisburg, NC 27549.
      A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center. (919-556-5811)

Marie Shearin Jones

Etta Marie Shearin Jones, 71, of Wake Forest, died Saturday afternoon, March 6, 2010, at her residence surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Jones was born in Franklin County, the daughter of the late Lettie Dorsey Shearin and Thomas Shearin, and was married to Norman “Ace” Jones, who preceded her in death.
Funeral services were held at 7 o’clock Monday evening, March 8, 2010, at Faith Baptist Church in Youngsville with the Rev. Richard Mills officiating.
Marie is survived by her daughter, Tammy Inscoe Corbett and husband, Chester, of Youngsville; sons, Lathan Inscoe and wife, Carol, of Durham, Master Sergeant Ace W. Jones and wife, Megumi, of Florida; grandchildren, Tyler Jackson, Carletta Dunn and husband, Craig, Skyla Higginbatham and husband, Travis, Luke Turner and Joy Turner; and great-grandchildren, Kyndal Dunn and Gavin Higginbatham.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Carrie P. Arnold
Carrie P. Arnold, 96, of Wake Forest, passed away Thursday, March 4, 2010 at the Carolina House of Wake Forest.
he was born in Columbus County, the daughter of the late Ola Garrell Fipps and William Fipps. She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry Baucom Arnold, and ten brothers and sisters.
Funeral services were held at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon, March 7, 2010, at Wakeminster Baptist Church with the Rev. Merle Martin and the Rev. Dale Austin officiating. Burial was in Montlawn Cemetery.
Mrs. Arnold is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Wakeminster Baptist Church, 13221 Old Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27613; the Baptist Children’s Home of North Carolina, P.O. Box 338 Thomasville, NC 27361, or to Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.
Pallbearers were Jeff Grainger, Ted Keith, Larry Estes, Truett Ray, Mike Boyce and Raymond Berry.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.  

Sarah Elizabeth Hux Truslow
arah Elizabeth Hux Truslow, 84, of Wake Forest, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Hillside Nursing Center.
he was born in Halifax County, the daughter of the late Sallie Carpenter Hux and Willis Lee Hux. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother who will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her.
Funeral services were held at 11 o’clock, Saturday morning, March 6, 2010, in the Chapel of Bright Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Terry Ashe officiating. Entombment was in Historic Oakwood Cemetery.
Mrs. Truslow is survived by her son, Philip H. Burton of Raleigh; daughter, Dusty T. Cox and husband, Lee, of Raleigh; grandchildren, John R. Cox and wife, Candler, Tracy L. Morgan, Danielle R. Palmer and husband, Kyle, Heather B. Thorpe and husband, Nicholas, and Melissa N. Burton; and five great-grandchildren.
he was preceded in death by her husband, John William Truslow; daughter, Brenda Truslow; siblings, Thurmer Hale, Lessie Harper, Bernard Hux, Atlas Hux and Alma Jones, with whom she had a special relationship.
The family would like to express sincere thanks to the staff of Hillside Nursing Center for all of their love and care they gave their mother for the last 12 years.
Memorial contributions may be made to the NC Triangle Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 133 Fayetteville Street, Suite 300, Raleigh, NC 27601.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Juanita Frances “Nina” Yates

Juanita Frances “Nina” Yates, 83, of Zebulon, died Wednesday morning, March 3, 2010, at her residence.
he was born in Catawba County, the daughter of the late Maude Chester Crouch and Burley H. Crouch and was a member of Beulah Christian Baptist Church. She was a retired waitress.
Funeral services were held at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon, March 5, 2010, at Beulah Christian Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert Woodard and the Rev. Mack Carpenter officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Yates is survived by her sister, Rhonda Blackley; brothers, Bob Crouch and wife, Rebecca, of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Gregg Shuman of Texas; niece, Cheryl Stevenson and husband, Lonnie, of Jacksonville, Fla.; nephews, Larry Blackley Jr. of Wake Forest and Mark Crouch of Grand Rapids, Mich.; and three great-nieces and great-nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to Rhonda Blackley to help with some of the medical and funeral expenses.
The family would like to express sincere thanks to the staff of Cancer Centers of North Carolina, North Raleigh and Horizon/Hospice for their support during this time.
Pallbearers were Jesse Alford, Lester Roy Barham, Larry King, Nelson Ross, Ronnie Perry and Daniel Rose.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Robert J. DeMent
Robert J. DeMent, 87, of 1639 US Hwy 1, Youngsville, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at the home of his sister, Marie DeMent.
Mr. DeMent was born in Franklin County, the son of the late Irma Aycock DeMent and William Mack DeMent. He was a member of Pope’s Chapel United Church of Christ and was a retired United States Navy veteran serving in WW II.
Funeral services were held at 11 o’clock, Friday morning, March 5, 2010, in the Chapel of Bright Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Ward officiating. Burial was in Youngsville Cemetery.
Mr. DeMent is survived by his sisters, Margaret Schepp of Wake Forest, Marie DeMent of Youngsville and Betty Wrenn of Louisburg; and a brother, Mack DeMent of Youngsville.
In addition to his parents, Mr. DeMent was preceded in death by his sisters, Ruth Oakley, Irma DeMent, Josephine Leonard and Janie Perry, and by his brothers, George DeMent, William DeMent and Herbert DeMent.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Youngsville Rescue Squad & EMS, P.O. Box 78, Youngsville, NC 27596 or to Popes Chapel United Church of Christ, 1237 Pocomoke Road, Franklinton, NC 27525.
Pallbearers were Charles McGhee, Tommy DeMent, Ricky DeMent, Wallace DeMent, Gary Strickland, Allen Perry and Bennie Perry.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Eleanor Pearce Holding
Eleanor Pearce Holding, 87, of Rolesville, died Tuesday evening March 2, 2010, at her residence.
he was born in Wake County, the daughter of the late Lillie Winston Pearce and Montezuma Pearce, and was married to Herbert Spencer Holding Jr., who preceded her in death. Mrs. Holding was a retired teacher with the Wake County Public School system and was a long standing member of Rolesville Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years.
A memorial service honoring her life was held at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon, March 7, 2010, at Rolesville Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Randy Bridges, Rev. J. Marshall Neathery and the Rev. Joe Clontz officiating.
Mrs. Holding is survived by her son; Herbert Spencer Holding III and wife, Ellen, of Rolesville; daughters, Barbara H. Honeycutt and husband, Jay, of Wilmington, Debra H. Perkinson and husband, Bill, of Raleigh, Donna H. Honeycutt and husband, Randy, of Raleigh, Brenda H. O’Hara and husband, Jeff, of Cary and Ada H. Fisher of Wake Forest; and  grandchildren, Jonathan Perkinson, Phillip Perkinson, Robyn Fisher, Victoria Fisher, H. Spencer Holding IV, Alex O’Hara, Ashton O’Hara and Carson O’Hara.
The family would like to thank the caregivers of All-Care Senior Service of Rolesville for all their care given to Mrs. Holding
Memorial contributions may be made to Rolesville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 185, Rolesville, NC 27571 or to Meals on Wheels of Wake County, 707 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27603.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.